Features

What's in the Box

(1) Transmission Crossmember

(1) Attaching Hardware

Product Description

1996-1998 SN95 Stiffler's Transmission Crossmember
This unique single tube crossmember design for 1996 to 1998 Mustang Cobra "bolt-on" style crossmember mounts when reinstalling the factory Cobra Spec T-45 or upgrading to any T-56 or TH400 transmission. It adds stiffness and strength far beyond that of the OEM versions while offering versatility like no other. Simply slide the mounting sleeves and reposition the spacers to cover all T56's, Cobra Spec T45, & TH400 applications. The crossmember is engineered to work with OEM and aftermarket transmission mounts; all while maintaining your current pinion angle. Low deflection polyurethane bushings are used in the mounts to dampen driveline vibrations and noise. For racing applications the polyurethane bushings can be replaced by optional solid bushings.

Cobra Crossmember Mounts
The 1996-1998 Cobra was equipped from the factory with a 4” longer T-45 (know as the “Cobra Spec T-45”) measuring 28.5” from the bell housing face to the transmission mount holes. Because this extra length positioned the transmission mount well behind the OEM crossmember, the factory mounting bracket location could not be used. As a solution all 1996-1998 Cobras were assembled with bolt-on crossmember brackets that were positioned further to the rear of the car and bolted to the subframe.

Application Guide
Not sure if this is the right crossmember for you? Check out Stifflers' application guide!

Application
- Fits 1996-1998 Ford Cobra Mustang

Stifflers Warranty
Thorough research, analysis and in-house testing go into the development of Stifflers products long before they are approved for the customer. It is throughout this process where potential warranty issues are addressed and accounted for. Although this relentless dedication allows us to supply only the highest quality product, as with most products intended for off-road or competition use, these items are sold “as is”, without any warranty whatsoever. Implied warranties, including but not limited to warranties of merchant-ability or fitness for a particular purpose, are additionally excluded. The entire risk as to quality, performance and application of such parts is solely with the buyer. Should such parts prove defective, the buyer and not the manufacturer, distributor or retailer, assumes all responsibilities for any loss, damage or injury resulting from their direct or indirect use. Exceptions to this policy are only those expressly specified for a particular product. All products manufactured by another manufacturer are warranted to the extent of such warranty offered by that manufacturer only.

Upgraded my 97 Cobra from a stock T-45 5 speed to a T-56 6 speed. Because, there is no specific transmission cross member made for my car. This was perfect. Instructions were spot on. Was impressed they provided pictures of how everything mounts in place. Best of all, no welding needed.

Yes, I would recommend this item to a friend!

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Perfect fit

By
Ritchie S. on
9/16/2015

Cross member fit perfectly, really cleans up the transmission area versus the original mount. Installed with the Stifflers drive shaft loop and urethane transmission mount. The instructions said to used one spacer with the urethane mount, for some reason I didn't have room for the spacer, everything seems ok without it. This cross member, with the drive shaft loop looks very nice under the car. Really a nice upgrade, worth the money. If you are running any power adders I would definitely recommend.

Yes, I would recommend this item to a friend!

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Great for Transmission Conversion

By
Andres G. on
11/27/2016

I purchased this while looking to convert from a stock T-45 to a T-56 on my 97 SVT Cobra. Fit was great and looks great too.

Vehicle Applications

Ford
Mustang
- 1996 (96) - 1997 (97) - 1998 (98)

About This Brand

Latemodel Restoration is your #1 source for Mustang stiffler's suspension. At Innovative Performance Technologies (IPT), we combine a passion for Mustang and Ford Lightning performance with our love of innovation
to develop original new products while continually optimizing existing ones. Our degreed engineering staff has years
of product design and development experience; from the highest levels of professional open-wheel racing to OE components for both foreign and domestic auto manufacturers.
This knowledge base is now channeled into our
Stifflers brand product line-up and is reflected in the ingenuity, quality and functionality of the items we manufacture.
Our Fully Integrated Technology (FIT) SystemTM approach to chassis stiffening offers unmatched
strength and stiffness, without the need for major chassis modifications. Thorough research, analysis and
in-house testing go into the development of our products long before they are approved for customer use.
It is this relentless dedication to the pursuit of excellence which is positioning IPT and the
Stifflers line of products as an industry leader.